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AE03 LJK

2003 Enfield Bullet 500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

38,634 mi
Last recorded38,634 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2020
Typical for 2003 Enfield Bullet 5007,911 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 LJK
MakeEnfield
ModelBullet 500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2020 38,634 miles

Front Footrest slightly loose Both (6.2.12 (a))

Fail 25 Feb 2019 38,634 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Wheel excessively distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Stop lamp not working From front control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working From rear control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Footrest slightly loose Both (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 29 Dec 2017 37,027 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2016 33,497 miles

footrest bar slightly loose

Pass 4 Aug 2015 29,165 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2015 29,165 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 26 Jul 2014 29,030 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 28,567 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 28,189 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 27,779 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2010 27,361 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 26,841 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 26,103 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 23,442 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 18,292 miles

How Reliable is the Enfield Bullet 500?

Based on 5,505 MOT tests across 791 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
311
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
791
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 58
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 22
Headlamp aim too high 21
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 15
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AE03 LJK is a 2003 Enfield Bullet 500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2003 Enfield Bullet 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 7,911 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Enfield Bullet 500 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE03 LJK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Enfield Bullet 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 23 years old, this Enfield Bullet 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AE03 LJK registered?

AE03 LJK is a 2003 Enfield Bullet 500, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is AE03 LJK safe to buy?

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